Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken for a Flavorful Dinner Delight

Impress with this Cranberry & Spinach Stuffed Chicken, a flavorful blend of tender chicken, rich Brie, and vibrant spinach.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Chicken Breasts Tender cuts for stuffing
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing

For the Stuffing

4 cups Fresh Spinach Wilts down in cooking
1 cup Dried Cranberries Sweet-tart flavor
8 ounces Brie Cheese Soft and creamy
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Savory flavor
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds sweetness
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Herbal notes

For the Sauce

1 cup Chicken Broth For deglazing

Equipment

oven
skillet
Cutting Board
Meat Thermometer
Toothpicks

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice a pocket into each chicken breast.
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
Sauté spinach in olive oil until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
Mix sautéed spinach with dried cranberries for stuffing.
Stuff the chicken breasts with the spinach-cranberry mixture and Brie.
Secure with toothpicks.
Sear in a skillet until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Add chicken broth and scrape up browned bits.
Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

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